This major is designed for students interested in teaching in elementary school or middle school. The following course work, offered by the Department of Child and Adolescent Development, satisfies San José State University’s requirements for a BA in Child and Adolescent Development (ChAD) with Preparation for Teaching. Students who are transfers or who are changing into this major, in consultation with a department advisor, identify the course work appropriate for the individual. Information about ChAD advising and making an appointment can be found on the department website.<br><br>The Commission on Teacher Credentialing in the state of California (CCTC) recognizes Teacher Prep degrees as verification of subject matter competence. The following coursework satisfies San José State University’s requirements for a BA in ChAD, Preparation for Teaching. The department also has a program approved by the CCTC for waiver of the subject matter examination (CSET for Multiple Subjects) required to earn a teaching credential. There are different requirements for this waiver option. If interested, see the Child and Adolescent Development, Preparation for Teaching WCSET Waiver, BA program.